Ciel Michaelis slept peacefully in his mate's arms, while the young prince was lost in a sea of dreams, Sebastian was lost in the moment. He loved Ciel and their six young children. It wasn't often that he was able to have these moments with his mate, when the opportunity arose, Sebastian seized it. He knew it wasn't going to last long.
Ciel smiled in his sleep,filling Sebastian's heart with joy.
"Such a beautiful smile you have, I wish to see it more often and not simply while you sleep. Though I do see a change for the better, you've been much more playful lately with myself as well as our little ones. I would be lying to say that I don't enjoy it immensely." Sebastian whispered.
"I am so proud of you, you've come so far Ciel and my hope for you is that you continue to move in the current direction. I would also hope that you know just how much I love you, you and I have gone through our share of difficult times together, some that if we are being honest have scared me greatly. To be in this moment now... It's exactly where I want to be, with you in my arms, holding you close and feeling you cuddle into me,this is love and it's wonderful."
"Bloody charmer." Ciel said opening his eyes sleepily.
"Good morning my treasure, how are you?"
"Fine. What time is it?" Ciel tried to sit up but was stopped by Sebastian whose arms were wrapped around him
"There's no need to rush my love. The children are with Cynna and Lady Elizabeth. I promise you they have eaten and were looked after before they left."
"Where did they go?"
"Shopping. Please relax and let's enjoy the moment shall we?"
"It really is comfortable and since they're out, I suppose it would be alright for a while.
"I'm glad you agree."
"How long do we have until they get home?" Ciel asked.
"Just over three hours, perhaps more. Why do you ask?"
"It's just strange not having them around, the Las time you held me like this and we were left on our own was a long time ago. It kind of feels like we're just wasting time here, it's nice."
"Yes, to lie here and just forget the world for a short time is very relaxing." Both demons released a contented sigh before closing their eyes. Sebastian ran his long slender fingers through Ciel's dark hair.
"We should find a way to do things like this more often."Ciel suggested.
"We can always have Cynna watch the children. I personally would very much like to spend more time with just you and I. Time when we are not being parents,just Ciel and Sebastian Michaelis as we were before we added Evian to our family."
"I don't know if I can do that, I'll always worry about my children and -" Sebastian silenced him with a kiss. When they pulled away, Sebastian rested his forehead against Ciel's.
"Trust me, one day won't hurt them."
"I know that but-" Sebastian quieted him once more.
"Don't think, relax. We won't have any time at all if -" Pluto barked loudly outside in the yard followed by the sound of children's laughter.
"That wasn't three hours." Ciel complained.
"No it wasn't, they're home quite early. I'll talk to Cynna shortly about this." They heard the front door open and several footsteps running up the stairs.
"Mama, Mama,where have you gone, we came home, Cynna said the train is not on time and we have to wait. Do you miss us?" Evian shouted through the hall. Sebastian released Ciel and they both stood up.
"It was nice while it lasted." Ciel said making his way over to the door and placing a hand on the door handle.
"There's always nap time." Sebastian added.
"No there isn't, I'm having tea with Lizzy at nap time."
"That's right, you did mention that to me." Ciel smirked.
"You're slipping Sebastian, you used to remember everything I was going to do. Must be old age catching up to you." He chuckled.
"You little monster, how dare you call me old..my own mate insulting me. Well you realize of course I can't allow you to get away with that." Sebastian said.
"You don't scare me." Ciel shot back.
"Bad dog, no chocolate for you." Sebastian said sharply, a smirk forming on his face.
"Damn demon. You couldn't take my chocolate of you wanted. That's like -"
"You not letting me be near the cats, yes. It's my opinion that you couldn't go one full week without chocolate."
"Is that right?"
"Certainly."
"I could do that, but I don't think you could give up the cats."
"Then let's make a bet, you won't have anything chocolate for an entire week, and I won't play,pet or otherwise interact with the kittens."
"Fine, but if you lose, you're spending a week with Grell."
"such a cruel little dog you are, very well, if you lose, we take Prince soma up on his offer to stay in his home for a week." Ciel glared at his mate for a long moment
"Alright. I accept your terms. The challenge is set, we'll see who breaks first."